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Summary: Well, It Obviously Needs a Sequel...
Review: The very first thing I should say is it needs a sequel. Maybe even a prequel, to explain some of the stuff. In my opinion, I was able to understand the basic situation of Healers, Illusionists, Sorcerers, Herb-Witches, and whatever else there were along with everything she threw at me. To me, the action didn't really start till the chapter I fully understood, which I think is great. If I had to criticize, I would say that this book is so action packed that it's TOO action packed and the action packed most of the other stuff out, such as developing any character except Keleios (I think it's pronounced kuh LEE ee ous) and Lothor. That's the only bad thing!
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Summary: I liked most of the book, but then....
Review: when I first started reading the book, I couldn't put it down. It was action packed with magic, chaos and colorful characters. I really enjoyed it until I was coming towards the end, and realized that there were lots of loose ends that weren't going to be sewn up (half the main characters were just shoved aside like they had never been there). And the ending really dissapointed me. It just seemed like Hamilton wrote the last chapter or two in a rush. I liked the book over all, but there were a few aspects that were kinda iffy...
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Summary: Nightseer is by far one of THE BEST novels I have ever known
Review: I am an avid fantasy reader, and I've read a lot in my time. Nightseer is by far one of THE BEST novels that I have ever known. Not only are the characters and story line a work of genius, but enough is explained and commented on that you are not confused, never bored, and yet no descriptive beauty is sacrificed. My only complaint is that there wasn't a sequel, at least that I know about, and the fact that a book could have been written about Keleios's past as well.
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Summary: wonderful characters that live and breathe
Review: Nightseer was the first book by LKH that I ever picked up. Once I started reading it, I just couldn't put it down. I later read and fell in love with her Anita Blake series, but Nightseer will always remain my fave. Keleios is a heroine that you can sympathize with and grow attached to; her struggles to comes to terms with the duality in her own nature bring an immediacy to the age-old battle of good vs. evil that is wonderful to watch. LKH has such a talent for bringing us wonderful characters and Nightseer is no exception. The relationship between Keleios and Lothor is suspensful and leaves you wanting more. In fact, that's the only fault I find with this book...it leaves me wanting more. I WANT A SEQUEL!!!!!!
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Summary: I read it in one sitting!
Review: I originally chose this book to quench my overwhelming thirst for more Anita Blake novels while I immpatiently await the next one, but I soon fell in love with the characters and story. I love Keleios and her world. The action was non-stop. The sexual tension between Keleios and Lothor reminded me of that between Anita and Jean-Claude in the earlier Anita novels. I would love to see a sequel to this book. I know that more adventure is waiting for Keleios. The novel ends without all the loose ends being tied up. I would be one of the first in line (on-line) to snatch up a sequel to this one. Are you listening Laurell?
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Summary: Great characters, great plot!
Review: I loved this book. It was almost as good as an Anita Blake novel. Hamilton did a great job. She is a great writer.
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Summary: This is one of my all-time favorite books
Review: I read this book when it was first published and liked it a lot. I have now re-read it at least five times, which is the best thing I can say about a book, actually. My only criticism is that certain figures and items appear and disappear far too quickly, causing some disorientation on the reader's part as you try to figure out what became of all the different magical artifacts and characters that whirl in and out of the plot lines. However this is more likely to bug on the second reading. The action is nonstop and the characters are so engaging that you have to find out what happens to them in one sitting, at least I did. Keleios is one of the greatest fantasy heroines, a fighter/magic-user who has been through a lot, none of it her fault,and a little confused about her alignment, but still sensitive to helping others. Readers of the Anita Blake books will like this one too, even though there aren't any vampires in it. By the way, it would be great to see a sequel! to Nightseer. The ending isn't a cliffhanger, but not all of Keleios' problems have been resolved.
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Summary: Good if you like magical combat
Review: I have read all of the Anita Blake series and Death of a Darklord and I was very disappointed in this novel.Laurell K Hamilton is usually much better at developing characters and producing interesting plots than this. Most of the characters seemed to have been used as plot devices to link the different battles. There were too many loose ends in this book which makes me wonder if it is the middle of a series.
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Summary: bad choices, worse results, wonderful heroine
Review: I agree with whoever said that Anita Blake is better off as human, but this is a sight for Nightseer. Oh, well...I have read this book and had a great time with supernatural aspects, but the relationship between Nightseer and Lothor was a mistake (in my opinion). Any guy that would sleep with Fidelis, use charms and terrible personal loss to sleep with her is NOT the kind of guy that Nightseer deserves. She could do so much better. If I had a choice then she would be with Belor, wait for Tobin to grow up, or get a new character worthy of her altogether. Otherwise, give us a concrete reason to like Lothor.
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Summary: Another Winner,a great read,waiting for the sequel!
Review: Tried it as a hold-over 'fix' until the next Anita Blake comes to my rescue, and it was a great read. The strong characters you've come to expect if you've read her Anita Blake books, good sub-plots and some typical Laurell K. humor to lighten the 'doom and gloom'. Now all that's needed is the next exciting chapter since we know the heroine can't leave her friends in trouble, right? So cancel those vacations Laurell and put us out of our collective miseries!
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